Some of the following Consumer Action publications are available in bulk for non-profit or government agencies to distribute for educational purposes. Further info can be found on the How To Order Publications page.

Saving to Build Wealth - Make money work for you (English)

Library: English | Saving to Build Wealth - Make money work for you (English) . This brochure provides information about the importance of saving, setting short- and long-term goals to promote saving, opening a savings account and ways to make your money grow faster, including certificates of deposit (CDs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), U.S. Savings Bonds and college savings accounts. Category: Banking Investment Money Management on Feb 08, 2013

 
Servicemembers and Veterans Financial Empowerment Resource Sheet

Library: English | Servicemembers and Veterans Financial Empowerment Resource Sheet . This 15-page resource guide is designed to help military servicemembers, veterans and their families make ends meet and weather financial crises. The guide details government and non-profit programs that provide financial aid, housing assistance, discounts on essential living expenses, financial counseling, legal advice, job training and more. Category: Banking Credit Housing Insurance medical/healthcare Money Management Telecom/TV on Jan 28, 2013

 
Banking Basics - Leader’s Guide

Library: English | Banking Basics - Leader’s Guide . A guide to help community agency staff encourage clients who do not have bank accounts to become part of the banking system. It covers the options that bank customers have and the decisions they need to make when opening an account. Category: Banking on Oct 16, 2012

 
Saving to Build Wealth - Seminar Lesson Plan Packet

Library: English | Saving to Build Wealth - Seminar Lesson Plan Packet . This PDF packet provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 27-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. Category: Banking Investment Money Management on Oct 02, 2012

 
Banking Basics - You can bank on it (English)

Library: English | Banking Basics - You can bank on it (English) . A brochure that provides a simple introduction to the main services offered by banks and credit unions, including checking accounts, savings accounts, certificates of deposit and debit cards. It also covers opening an account and resolving problems. Category: Banking on Sep 27, 2012

 
Questions and Answers About Financial Services

Library: English | Questions and Answers About Financial Services A guide to banking. This publication provides detailed information on banks, credit unions, checking and savings accounts, Electronic Transfer Accounts (ETAs), debit cards, bank fees, Internet and mobile banking, lower-risk investments, secured credit cards and more. Category: Banking Investment Money Management on Jul 05, 2012

 
Prepaid Cards

Library: English | Prepaid Cards An alternative to credit and debit cards. Learn how reloadable prepaid cards are different from other forms of “plastic,” how to select the best prepaid card for your needs, how to reduce card costs and how to manage your card account wisely. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012

 
Reloadable Prepaid Cards - Educational Videos

Library: English | Reloadable Prepaid Cards - Educational Videos . "Reloadable Prepaid Cards" and "Choosing and Managing a Reloadable Prepaid Card" are two short educational videos designed to educate consumers about the pros and cons of this alternative to debit and credit cards. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012

 
Questions and Answers about Choosing and Using Prepaid Cards

Library: English | Questions and Answers about Choosing and Using Prepaid Cards . The prepaid cards training manual can help answer many questions about reloadable prepaid cards, on everything from loading and using a card to card policies and protections. Category: Banking Money Management Prepaid Cards on May 08, 2012

 
Banking Basics - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activities

Library: English | Banking Basics - Seminar Lesson Plan and Class Activities . This packet, only available as a PDF file, provides guidance for teachers and team leaders. The 26-page packet contains a detailed curriculum, classroom activities and take home worksheets. Category: Banking on Oct 27, 2011

 
 

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